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AJA → NCE
Which side of the plane to sit from Ajaccio-Napoléon Bonaparte Airport (Ajaccio) to Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (Nice)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of the French Riviera coastline, including Monaco and the Baie des Anges, especially during the standard approach into Nice.
Cap Corse
The northernmost 'finger' of Corsica, often visible stretching out into the Ligurian Sea shortly after takeoff.
Pelagos Sanctuary
The vast marine protected area between Corsica and the mainland; look for whitecaps and, if lucky, large marine mammals.
Principality of Monaco
The dense skyline and harbor of Monte Carlo are clearly visible during the standard arrival path into Nice Côte d'Azur.
Promenade des Anglais
The iconic palm-lined waterfront of Nice and the turquoise waters of the Baie des Anges on the final approach.
The right side is superior for the iconic 'Riviera Arrival.' Most flights into Nice follow a coastal approach from the east (Saleya approach), placing Monaco, Villefranche-sur-Mer, and the city of Nice directly in your window. Choose a morning flight for the clearest air and best lighting on the colorful buildings of the Cote d'Azur.
Îles Sanguinaires
A cluster of four islands at the entrance of the Gulf of Ajaccio, visible immediately after takeoff if the plane heads north.
Gulf of Porto
Dramatic granite cliffs and UNESCO-listed landscapes of the Scandola Nature Reserve visible in the distance along the Corsican coast.
Estérel Massif
The striking red volcanic rock formations located between Saint-Raphaël and Cannes as you approach the mainland.
Cap d'Antibes
The luxury peninsula with its famous villas and lighthouse, visible as the aircraft begins its final descent into NCE.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Corsican coastline during the initial climb out of Ajaccio. During sunset flights, the left side experiences direct sunlight over the Mediterranean, which can be intense but offers beautiful reflections on the water.
Distance: 232 km (144 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: AJA (41.92359924316406, 8.8029203414917)
Arrival: NCE (43.658401489300005, 7.215869903560001)
Route Type: Domestic
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